Hidden Takes [Jholet au]

Chapter 1 :)

FIVE LONG YEARS had passed since Janayah's abrupt departure, and the film industry had moved on.

But as fate would have it, Janayah and Calisha were about to be thrust back into each other's orbits, bound by a project neither had anticipated.

Janayah had spent the past five years in a self-imposed hiatus, distancing herself from the limelight and the pain of the past.

She had emerged from her retreat for this film, a project that had pulled her back into the world she had left behind. It was supposed to be her comeback-a chance to reclaim her career.

What she hadn't anticipated was the chance to confront her past.The film, a deeply personal drama, required the talents of its two leads to be authentic, to bring their own experiences into their performances. And so, Janayah found herself facing the most challenging role of her life: working alongside Calisha.

The film's producers were eager for a reunion between the two former lovers, believing that their shared history would add depth to their performances. Little did they know the complex emotions that would come with it.

On the first day of shooting, the set was a hive of activity, the crew bustling around, preparing for the initial scenes. Janayah arrived early, her nerves frayed but her determination steely.

As she walked through the familiar yet foreign environment, she was bombarded with memories of her past with Calisha.

The excitement, the passion, and ultimately, the heartbreak.She found her way to her dressing room, trying to focus on the task at hand.

The film's script was intense, a mirror to their own unresolved issues. Each scene felt like a confrontation with her own demons, a painful reminder of what she had lost.

A knock on the door jolted her from her thoughts. She looked up to see Mia-the producer- standing in the doorway with a warm smile.

"Janayah, glad to see you. Ready for your first day?"

Janayah forced a smile, trying to mask her anxiety. "As ready as I'll ever be."

Mia stepped into the room, her eyes filled with understanding.

"I know this is a big deal for you, especially with Calisha being here. But remember, we're all here to support you."

Before Janayah could respond, the door swung open again, revealing Calisha who walked in.

The room seemed to freeze, the air thickening with unspoken tension. Calisha looked as composed as ever, her professional demeanor barely masking the storm beneath.

"Calisha," Mia greeted her, her tone cheerful. "I was just checking in with Janayah."

Calisha nodded, her gaze flicking to Janayah. "Good to see you again."

Janayah's heart raced at the sound of Calisha's voice, the familiarity both comforting and painful. "Calisha," she said, her voice barely above a whisper.

The two women locked eyes, and for a moment, the world seemed to disappear. All that remained was the shared history, the love, and the pain that had once bound them together. Mia's presence was a welcome distraction as she continued with the briefing.

"We're starting with a scene where your characters have a heated argument. It's crucial to set the tone for the rest of the film."

Calisha's expression remained neutral, but Janayah could sense the undercurrent of tension.

"Understood," Calisha said curtly. As Mia left them alone, the silence that followed was heavy with unspoken words.

Janayah took a deep breath, trying to muster the courage to speak. "Calisha, we need to talk," Janayah said, her voice trembling slightly.

Calisha's eyes narrowed, her composure faltering for just a moment. "Do we? I thought we were here to work." her eyes as cold as ice.

Janayah felt a pang of regret at the coldness in Calisha's voice but pressed on. "I know we're here for the film, but we need to address... everything. It's been years, and we can't just ignore the past."

Calisha's face hardened, and she crossed her arms defensively. "I'm here for the movie, Janayah. Anything else is irrelevant. We had our chance, and you made your decision."

Janayah's heart sank at the finality in Calisha's words, but she nodded, accepting the boundaries Calisha had set.

"Alright. For now, let's focus on the work."As they moved to the set for their first scene, Janayah couldn't shake the feeling that this was just the beginning of a much deeper and more painful journey.

The past was a shadow that would follow them, no matter how hard they tried to bury it. And as she looked at Calisha, she knew that facing their shared history would be the hardest part of all.

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hi?? :))

let me know your thoughts??

Anyways, Maloi is Mia :)
i forgot to introduce the characters huhu🥲

Maloi as Mia Ricalde
Jhoanna as Janayah Robles or you can call her Nayah/Jana
Colet as Calisha Vergara or you can call her Cali/Isha